04/17/2026
Stevie here! 💛
Director of Sales at Colonial Vista Senior Living and Program Director for the Granny Apple Pageant.
First and foremost—I am beyond overwhelmed with gratitude. What started as a small idea truly takes a village to bring to life, and this event would not be possible without the incredible people and businesses who showed up to support it.
A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors:
🌸 Lilies of the Valley – for the beautiful floral décor and arrangements
📸 Card My Yard Wenatchee – for the lettering & photobooth
💎 Tumbleweed Shop & Studio – for the official royalty jewelry
👑 Anna's Creations Bridal Boutique – for the crowns and sashes
💄 Hologramhair Lounge – for hair and makeup for our contestants
🌸 And the Apple Blossom Festival, Wenatchee 2026 Royalty and their chaperones for joining us and making the night even more special
To my Colonial Vista Senior Living family—this was a full team effort. From transforming our dining room into a stunning venue to setting up chairs for a record number of attendees… this was true teamwork, and I’m so incredibly proud and thankful for each and every one of you.
Special recognition to our amazing MCs:
✨ Rebekah Osborn (CV Wellness Director)
✨ Jordan Getzin (CV Activities Director)
You two brought the show to life in a way I couldn’t have imagined. You made every contestant feel so special, and your energy (and that singing act!) is something I look forward to every year.
Thank you to Brandon Rose (CV Maintenance Director) for being the perfect es**rt and ensuring each contestant felt safe and supported on stage.
To our wonderful judges:
Gaylene Pope (Colonial Vista resident & former Wenatchee business owner), Donna Dayton (2025 inaugural Granny Apple Queen), Braden Shields (PACs regional sales director), Brooke Capps (CV Executive Director), and Laura Powers (2007 Apple Blossom Queen) —thank you for your time, thoughtfulness, and support of this event.
Behind the scenes, we had an incredible support crew:
Madi Lee (CV activities assistant), Gina Standerford (CV concierge), Kristen Jordan (CV Business Office Manager), Tommy (CV maintenance assistant), and PJ—your help did not go unnoticed. And to our CV dietary team—thank you for keeping our contestants fueled and cared for! Also a big thank you to Robert Roberson, Korbyn Osborn, and James Osborn for making sure our sound system ran seamlessly.
And most importantly… our contestants. 💛
Your courage, vulnerability, and willingness to step on that stage is what makes this event so powerful.
Congratulations to:
🌼 Lorelei Fulton – Miss Full Bloom
🌸 Maggie Gustafson – Miss Blossom Spirit
👑 Princess Stephanie Hills
👑 Princess Connie Roberson
👑 Queen Editha Feroglia
Because of you, this event continues to grow into something truly special for the Wenatchee Valley.
To anyone women 55+… I encourage you to consider participating next year. Push past the fear and just go for it—you will never forget it.
And to our Wenatchee community—thank you. Whether you came to support a loved one or just to enjoy the show, your presence means everything. This event will make you laugh, smile, and yes… probably bring a few tears too.
We are already looking forward to next year as we continue growing this beautiful tradition. 🌸✨
